Iowa State Cyclones (8-5)

AMES, Iowa (AP) Iowa State coach Matt Campbell finally had some nice things to say about the Cyclones' offensive line as spring practice came to an end.

Consider it an encouraging sign, though Campbell acknowledged he tends to be hardest on the big guys up front on offense.

The Cyclones (8-5 in 2017) concluded spring ball on Saturday with a closed scrimmage after its annual April game at Jack Trice Stadium was cancelled because of weather. Iowa State will bring back four offensive linemen with starting experience in 2018 after spending Campbell's first two seasons mixing and matching with talent that was often underwhelming at best.